Make stronger or more durable (7)

I believe the answer is:

toughen

(Other definitions for toughen that I've seen before include "Increase stiffness" , "Make stronger and hardier" , "Harden, strengthen" , "Fortify" , "Make strong and durable" .)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.

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